Electronic equipment accessory

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of parts of connecting devices. The utility model discloses an electronic equipment accessory. The electronic equipment accessory comprises a shell; the electric connecting piece is rotationally connected to the shell; the rotary positioning structure comprises a first clamping structure and a second clamping structure, the first clamping structure is arranged on the electric connecting piece, the second clamping structure is arranged on the shell, and the first clamping structure can rotate around the second clamping structure and is clamped at the clamping position of the second clamping structure; and at least one of the first clamping structure and the second clamping structure can generate elastic deformation. The electric connecting piece can rotate and be positioned relative to the shell, and use and storage of the electric connecting piece are facilitated.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the technical field of components for connecting devices, and more particularly to an electronic device accessory. Background Technology

[0002] Chargers, power banks, and other electronic device accessories typically have prongs, which act as electrical connectors to connect to an external power source. In related technologies, the prongs are fixedly connected to one side wall of the housing, and the extension direction of the prongs is perpendicular to the wall of the housing for inserting an external power source.

[0003] However, the plug itself is relatively long, meaning the protrusion of the plug relative to the housing is quite long. When not in use, the protruding plug makes electronic device accessories take up a lot of space and difficult to store. Furthermore, the plug is very easy to get tangled or collide with external objects, which may damage itself and affect normal use. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this application provides an electronic device accessory in which the electrical connector can rotate and be positioned relative to the housing, thereby facilitating the use and storage of the electrical connector.

[0005] This application provides an electronic device accessory, including: a housing; an electrical connector rotatably connected to the housing; and a rotation positioning structure, including a first engaging structure and a second engaging structure, wherein the first engaging structure is disposed on the electrical connector, and the second engaging structure is disposed on the housing, and the first engaging structure is rotatable around the second engaging structure and engaging at the engaging position of the second engaging structure; wherein at least one of the first engaging structure and the second engaging structure is capable of elastic deformation.

[0006] In the technical solution of this application embodiment, since the electrical connector is rotatably connected to the housing, it can be rotated to a position perpendicular to the housing wall during use, facilitating insertion into a power source. When not in use, it can be rotated to a position parallel to the housing wall. This reduces the probability of the connector becoming entangled or colliding with external objects and also minimizes the space occupied by electronic device accessories, making them easier to store. Because the first engaging structure on the electrical connector can rotate around the second engaging structure on the housing and engage in the engaging position, the electrical connector can be positioned when rotated to the engaging position. This helps prevent the connector from shaking during use or storage, ensuring a stable connection to an external power source or a stable storage state. Since at least one of the first and second engaging structures can undergo elastic deformation, this deformation allows the first and second engaging structures to engage or disengage, making it convenient to use.

[0007] In some embodiments, the first engaging structure includes a protrusion, the second engaging structure includes a fixed shaft and an engaging groove providing the engaging position, the electrical connector is rotatable about the fixed shaft, the protrusion is disposed on the electrical connector, the fixed shaft is connected to the housing, and the engaging groove is disposed on the periphery of the fixed shaft and located on the rotation path of the protrusion.

[0008] Therefore, the protrusion on the electrical connector can rotate around a fixed axis. When the protrusion rotates to the engaging position, it can be inserted into and engaged in the engaging groove, thereby positioning the electrical connector.

[0009] In some embodiments, the two engagement grooves are spaced apart from each other along the periphery of the fixed shaft, and the groove walls of the two engagement grooves that are close to each other are respectively constructed as slopes that gradually widen from the bottom of the groove to the opening of the groove.

[0010] Because the two engaging slots are spaced apart from each other along the circumference of the fixed axis, the electrical connector can be positioned in two locations: a storage position and a usage position, facilitating both storage and use. Since the walls of the two engaging slots are constructed in a sloped shape that gradually widens from the bottom to the opening, the protrusion is more easily disengaged from the sloping side of the engaging slot and guided into the engaging position by the sloping structure. This helps to limit the electrical connector's rotation only between the two engaging slots and improves the feel of engaging and disengaging.

[0011] In some embodiments, the second engaging structure further includes a deformable disc, which includes a first deformable portion and a second deformable portion. The fixed shaft passes through the deformable disc and is connected to it. A through hole extending circumferentially along the fixed shaft is formed on the deformable disc. A partition opening communicating with the through hole is formed from the through hole in a direction away from the fixed shaft, thereby dividing the portion of the fixed disc located on the side of the through hole away from the fixed shaft into the first deformable portion and the second deformable portion. Two engaging grooves are respectively provided in the first deformable portion and the second deformable portion. The first deformable portion and the second deformable portion are capable of bending towards the fixed shaft.

[0012] Thus, the first deformable portion and the second deformable portion are independent of each other through a partition. The first deformable portion is spaced apart from the fixed shaft through a through hole, and the second deformable portion is also spaced apart from the fixed shaft through a through hole, allowing the first and second deformable portions to bend towards the fixed shaft respectively. The elastic force provided by the first and second deformable portions can cause the engaging groove to press against the protrusion, thus engaging the two portions, and can also cause the engaging groove to move away from the protrusion as the first and second deformable portions bend, thereby releasing the engagement.

[0013] In some embodiments, the first deformable portion and the second deformable portion are respectively provided with a clearance surface, the clearance surface is located between the engaging groove and the partition, and the clearance surface is closer to the partition and the distance between it and the fixed shaft is smaller.

[0014] Therefore, during the rotation of the electrical connector between the engaging grooves, the protrusion will not be blocked by the close-to-each ends of the first and second deformed parts, making the rotation of the electrical connector smoother.

[0015] In some embodiments, the second engaging structure further includes deformable members, two of which are spaced apart from each other along the circumference of the fixed shaft. Each deformable member includes a support portion and a bending portion. One side of the support portion is connected to the fixed shaft, and the support portion extends from the connection position in a direction away from the fixed shaft. One side of the bending portion is connected to the support portion and spaced apart from the fixed shaft, and the bending portion extends from the connection position along the circumference of the fixed shaft. The engaging groove is provided on the side of the bending portion away from the fixed shaft. The bending portion is capable of bending towards the fixed shaft.

[0016] Therefore, the bent portion and the fixed shaft are spaced apart, allowing the bent portion to bend towards the fixed shaft. The elastic force provided by the bent portion can cause the engaging groove to press against the protrusion, thus engaging the two, and can also cause the engaging groove to move away from the protrusion as the bent portion bends, thereby releasing the engagement.

[0017] In some embodiments, the electronic device accessory further includes a conductive element, a portion of which is coaxial with the fixed shaft, and the electrical connector is rotatably connected to the housing via the conductive element.

[0018] Thus, the electrical connector can communicate with the electronic components inside the housing through the conductive element, and can also rotate around the fixed axis and the conductive element.

[0019] In some embodiments, the electronic device accessory further includes a protective housing that encloses a receiving space in which the rotation positioning structure and a portion of the electrical connector are received, the protective housing having at least a portion of a rotating portion surrounding the fixed axis, the protective housing rotating about the fixed axis via the rotating portion.

[0020] Therefore, the rotation positioning structure and some electrical connectors can be protected inside the protective shell, and the protective shell can rotate together with the electrical connectors through the rotating part.

[0021] In some embodiments, the electronic device accessory further includes a support member, the electrical connector includes a first pin and a second pin, the support member is connected to the protective housing, and the first pin and the second pin are disposed on the support member.

[0022] Thus, the first and second prongs rotate synchronously through the support, allowing them to remain at the same angle, thereby enabling simultaneous storage and use of both.

[0023] In some embodiments, the wall of the housing protrudes to form a support base, two support bases are spaced apart from each other, the electrical connector is rotatably connected to the two support bases, and the rotation positioning structure is located between the two support bases.

[0024] Thus, the support provides a mounting location for the electrical connectors and the rotation positioning structure.

[0025] The above description is only an overview of the technical solution of this application. In order to better understand the technical means of this application and to implement it in accordance with the contents of the specification, and to make the above and other objects, features and advantages of this application more obvious and understandable, the following are specific embodiments of this application. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Various other advantages and benefits will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon reading the detailed description of the preferred embodiments below. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this application. Furthermore, the same reference numerals denote the same parts throughout the drawings. In the drawings:

[0027] Figure 1 A perspective view of an electronic device accessory provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0028] Figure 2 An exploded view of an electronic device accessory provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0029] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A magnified view of part A in the middle;

[0030] Figure 4 A perspective view of an electronic device accessory with a protective case provided for an embodiment of this application;

[0031] Figure 5 An exploded view of an electronic device accessory with a protective case provided for an embodiment of this application.

[0032] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0033] 10. Housing; 101. Support base; 20. Electrical connector; 21. First pin; 22. Second pin; 30. First engaging structure; 31. Protrusion; 40. Second engaging structure; 41. Fixed shaft; 42. Engaging groove; 43. Deformation disc; 431. First deformable part; 432. Second deformable part; 433. Through hole; 434. Separator; 435. Clearance surface; 50. Conductive component; 60. Protective shell; 61. Rotating part; 70. Support component; 80. Conductive clip. Detailed Implementation

[0034] The embodiments of the technical solution of this application will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. These embodiments are only used to more clearly illustrate the technical solution of this application and are therefore merely examples, and should not be used to limit the scope of protection of this application.

[0035] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains; the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the application; the terms “comprising” and “having”, and any variations thereof, in the specification, claims, and foregoing description of the drawings are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0036] In the description of the embodiments of this application, technical terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish different objects and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number, specific order, or primary and secondary relationship of the indicated technical features. In the description of the embodiments of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly defined.

[0037] In this document, the term "embodiment" means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of this application. The appearance of this phrase in various places throughout the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a separate or alternative embodiment mutually exclusive with other embodiments. It will be explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described herein can be combined with other embodiments.

[0038] In the description of the embodiments in this application, the term "and / or" is merely a description of the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A existing alone, A and B existing simultaneously, and B existing alone. Additionally, the character " / " in this document generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects are in an "or" relationship.

[0039] In the description of the embodiments of this application, the technical terms "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "circumferential", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed, operated or used in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the embodiments of this application.

[0040] In the description of the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, technical terms such as "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0041] In the description of the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the technical term "contact" should be interpreted broadly, and can be direct contact, contact through an intermediate medium layer, contact between two contacting parties with substantially no interaction force, or contact between two contacting parties with interaction force.

[0042] The following is a detailed description of this application.

[0043] Chargers, power banks, and other electronic device accessories typically have prongs, which act as electrical connectors to connect to an external power source. In related technologies, the prongs are fixedly connected to one side wall of the housing, and the extension direction of the prongs is perpendicular to the wall of the housing for inserting an external power source.

[0044] However, the plug itself is relatively long, meaning the protrusion of the plug relative to the housing is quite long. When not in use, the protruding plug makes electronic device accessories take up a lot of space and difficult to store. Furthermore, the plug is very easy to get tangled or collide with external objects, which may damage itself and affect normal use.

[0045] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this application provides an electronic device accessory in which the electrical connector can rotate and be positioned relative to the housing, thereby facilitating the use and storage of the electrical connector.

[0046] Based on this design concept, this application provides an electronic device accessory, which includes: a housing; an electrical connector rotatably connected to the housing; and a rotation positioning structure, including a first engaging structure and a second engaging structure, wherein the first engaging structure is disposed on the electrical connector, the second engaging structure is disposed on the housing, the first engaging structure is rotatable around the second engaging structure and engaging at the engaging position of the second engaging structure; wherein at least one of the first engaging structure and the second engaging structure is capable of elastic deformation.

[0047] Because the electrical connector is rotatably connected to the housing, it can be rotated to a position perpendicular to the housing wall during use, facilitating power connection. When not in use, it can be rotated to a position parallel to the housing wall, reducing the probability of entanglement or collision with external objects and minimizing the space occupied by electronic device components, thus facilitating storage. Since the first engaging structure on the electrical connector can rotate around and engage with the second engaging structure on the housing, the connector is positioned when rotated to the engaged position, preventing wobbling during use or storage and ensuring a stable connection to the external power source or a stable storage state. Because at least one of the first and second engaging structures can undergo elastic deformation, this deformation allows for easy engagement and disengagement of the first and second engaging structures.

[0048] The following explanation is based on the accompanying drawings.

[0049] Figure 1 A perspective view of an electronic device accessory provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 2 An exploded view of an electronic device accessory provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 3 for Figure 2 A magnified view of part A in the middle; Figure 4 A perspective view of an electronic device accessory with a protective case provided for an embodiment of this application; Figure 5 An exploded view of an electronic device accessory with a protective case provided for an embodiment of this application.

[0050] This application provides an electronic device accessory, such as... Figure 1 As shown, it includes: a housing 10; an electrical connector 20 rotatably connected to the housing 10; and a rotation positioning structure, including a first engaging structure 30 and a second engaging structure 40. The first engaging structure 30 is disposed on the electrical connector 20, and the second engaging structure 40 is disposed on the housing 10. The first engaging structure 30 can rotate around the second engaging structure 40 and engage at the engaging position of the second engaging structure 40. At least one of the first engaging structure 30 and the second engaging structure 40 can undergo elastic deformation.

[0051] The electronic device accessory includes a housing 10, an electrical connector 20, and a rotation positioning structure. The electrical connector 20 and the rotation positioning structure are provided on one side surface of the housing 10. The electrical connector 20 is rotatably connected to the housing 10. The rotation positioning structure is configured to fix the electrical connector 20 at a certain angle and can also be released by rotation.

[0052] The housing 10 forms a receiving space, in which electronic components are disposed. The electrical connector 20 can be electrically connected to the electronic components. The surface of the housing 10 facing the receiving space is the inner wall surface of the housing 10, and the surface of the housing 10 away from the receiving space is the surface surface of the housing 10. The rotation positioning structure and the electrical connector 20 are both located on the surface surface of the housing 10.

[0053] The rotational positioning structure includes a first engaging structure 30 and a second engaging structure 40. At least one of the first engaging structure 30 and the second engaging structure 40 is capable of elastic deformation, and the two can engage or disengage with each other through elastic deformation. The first engaging structure 30 is disposed on the electrical connector 20, and the second engaging structure 40 is disposed on the housing 10. The electrical connector 20 can rotate around the second engaging structure 40, thereby driving the first engaging structure 30 disposed thereon to rotate around the second engaging structure 40. The second engaging structure 40 provides an engaging position located on the rotation path of the first engaging structure 30. When the first engaging structure 30 rotates to the engaging position, it can engage with the second engaging structure 40, thereby positioning the electrical connector 20.

[0054] The engaging position can be the position where the first engaging structure 30 and the second engaging structure 40 are directly opposite each other when the electrical connector 20 is rotated to a certain angle. Optionally, the engaging position includes at least one of a use position and a storage position. In the use position, the extending direction of the electrical connector 20 is perpendicular to or approximately perpendicular to the wall surface of the housing 10. In the storage position, the extending direction of the electrical connector 20 is parallel to or approximately parallel to the wall surface of the housing 10. The wall surface of the housing 10 refers to the side wall surface on which the electrical connector 20 is disposed.

[0055] Electrical connector 20 is used for electrical connection to an external power source. Exemplarily, electrical connector 20 is a pin for insertion into a socket.

[0056] In the technical solution of this application embodiment, since the electrical connector 20 is rotatably connected to the housing 10, it can be rotated to a position perpendicular to the wall of the housing 10 during use, so that the electrical connector 20 can be inserted into the power source; when not in use, it can be rotated to a position parallel to the wall of the housing 10. This helps reduce the probability of the electrical connector 20 getting tangled or colliding with external objects, and also helps reduce the space occupied by electronic device accessories, making it easier to store electronic device accessories. Since the first engaging structure 30 provided on the electrical connector 20 can rotate around the second engaging structure 40 provided on the housing 10 and engage in the engaging position, the electrical connector 20 can be positioned when rotated to the engaging position, which helps to prevent the electrical connector 20 from shaking during use or storage, thereby maintaining a stable connection with the external power source or maintaining a stable storage state. Since at least one of the first engaging structure 30 and the second engaging structure 40 can undergo elastic deformation, the first engaging structure 30 and the second engaging structure can be engaged or disengaged through elastic deformation, making it convenient to use.

[0057] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 and Figure 5 As shown, the first engaging structure 30 includes a protrusion 31, and the second engaging structure 40 includes a fixed shaft 41 and an engaging groove 42 that provides an engaging position. The electrical connector 20 is rotatable around the fixed shaft 41. The protrusion 31 is disposed on the electrical connector 20. The fixed shaft 41 is connected to the housing 10. The engaging groove 42 is disposed on the periphery of the fixed shaft 41 and is located on the rotation path of the protrusion 31.

[0058] The first engaging structure 30 includes a protrusion 31. The protrusion 31 is disposed on the electrical connector 20. The second engaging structure 40 includes a fixed shaft 41 and an engaging groove 42. The fixed shaft 41 is connected to the housing 10, and the engaging groove 42 is disposed on the periphery of the fixed shaft 41. The engaging groove 42 provides an engaging position, and the protrusion 31 can be inserted into the engaging groove 42 and engaged. The electrical connector 20 can rotate around the fixed shaft 41, causing the protrusion 31 to rotate around the fixed shaft 41, and the engaging groove 42 is located on the rotation path of the protrusion 31. When the protrusion 31 contacts the engaging groove 42, it can be inserted into the engaging groove 42 and engaged with the engaging groove 42.

[0059] The protrusion 31 may be made of a material such as rubber that can deform; the protrusion 31 may also be constructed as a structure such as a spring that can deform; or the protrusion 31 may be connected to the electrical connector 20 by a deformable elastic member.

[0060] The engaging groove 42 and / or the fixed shaft 41 may be made of a material such as rubber that can deform; or a portion of the fixed shaft 41 may be constructed as a deformable structure and the engaging groove 42 may be provided in that portion.

[0061] Thus, the protrusion 31 provided on the electrical connector 20 can rotate around the fixed shaft 41. When the protrusion 31 rotates to the engaging position, it can be inserted into and engaged in the engaging groove 42, thereby positioning the electrical connector 20.

[0062] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 5 As shown, the two engaging grooves 42 are spaced apart from each other along the periphery of the fixed shaft 41, and the groove walls of the two engaging grooves 42 that are close to each other are respectively constructed as slopes that gradually widen from the bottom of the groove to the opening of the groove.

[0063] The engaging groove 42 has a bottom and two walls. The two walls are spaced apart from each other along the circumference of the fixed shaft 41, and the bottom is located between the walls. Two engaging grooves 42 are provided, spaced apart from each other along the circumference of the fixed shaft 41, and each engaging groove 42 is located on the rotation path of the protrusion 31. The side wall of the engaging grooves 42 that is close to each other is sloped, and the distance between this side wall and the opposite side wall decreases as they approach the bottom. In other words, the extending direction of the side wall forms an angle with the extending direction of the bottom, and this angle is greater than 90 degrees. The side wall opposite to this side wall can be perpendicular to the bottom.

[0064] In one specific embodiment, the protrusion 31 is disposed at the end of the electrical connector 20 near the fixed shaft 41. One engaging groove 42 has an opening parallel to or approximately parallel to the wall surface of the housing 10. When the protrusion 31 engages with this engaging groove 42, the electrical connector 20 is in a retracted position. The other engaging groove 42 has an opening perpendicular to or approximately perpendicular to the wall surface of the housing 10. When the protrusion 31 engages with this engaging groove 42, the electrical connector 20 is in a usable position. The wall surface of the housing 10 refers to the side wall surface on which the electrical connector 20 is disposed.

[0065] Since the two engaging grooves 42 are spaced apart from each other along the periphery of the fixed shaft 41, the electrical connector 20 can be positioned in two locations: a storage position and a usage position, facilitating both storage and use of the electrical connector 20. Because the groove walls of the two engaging grooves 42 are constructed in a slope that gradually widens from the bottom to the opening, the protrusion 31 can more easily disengage from the sloped side of the engaging groove 42 and be guided into the engaging position by the sloped structure during its approach. This helps to limit the electrical connector 20 to rotating only between the two engaging grooves 42 and improves the feel of engaging and disengaging.

[0066] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, the second engaging structure 40 also includes a deformable disc 43, which includes a first deformable portion 431 and a second deformable portion 432. A fixed shaft 41 passes through the deformable disc 43 and is connected to it. A through hole 433 extending circumferentially along the fixed shaft 41 is provided on the deformable disc 43. A partition opening 434 communicating with the through hole 433 is provided from the through hole 433 in a direction away from the fixed shaft 41, thereby dividing the portion of the fixed disc located on the side of the through hole 433 away from the fixed shaft 41 into the first deformable portion 431 and the second deformable portion 432. Two engaging grooves 42 are respectively provided in the first deformable portion 431 and the second deformable portion 432. The first deformable portion 431 and the second deformable portion 432 can be bent toward the fixed shaft 41.

[0067] The first engaging structure 30 includes a protrusion 31, and the second engaging structure 40 includes a fixed shaft 41, an engaging groove 42, and a deformable disk 43. The surface of the deformable disk 43 is perpendicular to the extending direction of the fixed shaft 41. The fixed shaft 41 passes through the deformable disk 43 and is fixedly connected to it. The fixed shaft 41 can pass through the center of the deformable disk 43 or be eccentric to the center of the deformable disk 43.

[0068] The deformable disk 43 includes a first deformable portion 431 and a second deformable portion 432. The first deformable portion 431 and the second deformable portion 432 can be arranged symmetrically. A through hole 433 is formed in the deformable disk 43, penetrating the deformable disk 43 and surrounding a portion of the fixed shaft 41, so that there is a gap between the portion of the deformable disk 43 located on the side of the through hole 433 away from the fixed shaft 41 and the fixed shaft 41. A partition opening 434 is formed in the deformable disk 43 located on the side of the through hole 433 away from the fixed shaft 41, and the partition opening 434 communicates with the through hole 433, dividing the portion of the deformable disk 43 located on the side of the through hole 433 away from the fixed shaft 41 into two parts. One part is the first deformable portion 431, and the other part is the second deformable portion 432. The first deformable portion 431 is located on one side of the partition opening 434, and the second deformable portion 432 is located on the other side of the partition opening 434.

[0069] The first deformable part 431 is spaced from the fixed shaft 41 through the through hole 433, so that the first deformable part 431 can be bent toward the gap, thereby realizing the elastic deformation of the first deformable part 431; the second deformable part 432 is spaced from the fixed shaft 41 through the through hole 433, so that the second deformable part 432 can be bent toward the gap, thereby realizing the elastic deformation of the second deformable part 432.

[0070] There are two engagement grooves 42. One engagement groove 42 is provided in the first deformable part 431, and the other engagement groove 42 is provided in another first deformable part 431. Specifically, one engagement groove 42 is provided on the side surface of the first deformable part 431 away from the fixed shaft 41, and the other engagement groove 42 is provided on the side surface of the second deformable part 432 away from the fixed shaft 41.

[0071] Thus, the first deformable portion 431 and the second deformable portion 432 are independent of each other through the partition 434. The first deformable portion 431 is spaced apart from the fixed shaft 41 through the through hole 433, and the second deformable portion 432 is also spaced apart from the fixed shaft 41 through the through hole 433, allowing the first deformable portion 431 and the second deformable portion 432 to bend towards the fixed shaft 41 respectively. The elastic force provided by the first deformable portion 431 and the second deformable portion 432 can cause the engaging groove 42 to press against the protrusion 31 to engage them, and can also cause the engaging groove 42 to move away from the protrusion 31 as the first deformable portion 431 and the second deformable portion 432 bend, thereby releasing the engagement.

[0072] In some embodiments, see continue to see Figure 3 The first deformable part 431 and the second deformable part 432 are respectively provided with a clearance surface 435. The clearance surface 435 is located between the engagement groove 42 and the partition 434. The closer the clearance surface 435 is to the partition 434, the smaller the distance between it and the fixed shaft 41.

[0073] The clearance surface 435 is sloping. The closer the clearance surface 435 is to the engaging groove 42, the greater the distance between it and the fixed shaft 41. The closer the clearance surface 435 is to the partition opening 434, the smaller the distance between it and the fixed shaft 41. The distance between the ends of the two clearance surfaces 435 that are close to each other and the fixed shaft 41 is less than the distance between the surface of the protrusion 31 facing the fixed shaft 41 and the fixed shaft 41. This allows the protrusion 31 to rotate from the partition opening 434 to the clearance surface 435 without being blocked by the end of the clearance surface 435 that is close to the partition opening 434, and to continue moving along the clearance surface 435.

[0074] Therefore, during the rotation of the electrical connector 20 between the engagement grooves 42, the protrusion 31 will not be blocked by the close-to-each ends of the first deformed part 431 and the second deformed part 432, making the rotation of the electrical connector 20 smoother.

[0075] In some embodiments, the second engaging structure 40 further includes deformable members. Two deformable members are spaced apart from each other along the periphery of the fixed shaft 41. Each deformable member includes a support portion and a bending portion. One side of the support portion is connected to the fixed shaft 41 and extends from the connection position away from the fixed shaft 41. One side of the bending portion is connected to the support portion and spaced apart from the fixed shaft 41 and extends from the connection position along the periphery of the fixed shaft 41. An engaging groove 42 is provided on the side of the bending portion away from the fixed shaft 41. The bending portion is capable of bending towards the fixed shaft 41.

[0076] The first engaging structure 30 includes a protrusion 31, and the second engaging structure 40 includes a fixed shaft 41, an engaging groove 42, and a deformable member. Two deformable members are provided, spaced apart from each other along the circumference of the fixed shaft 41. The two deformable members can be arranged symmetrically or face the same side along the circumference of the fixed shaft 41. One end of the deformable member is connected to the fixed shaft 41, and the other end extends a certain distance away from the fixed shaft 41 before bending. The bent portion extends along the circumference of the fixed shaft 41, creating a gap between the deformable member and the fixed shaft 41. The engaging groove 42 is provided in the deformable member.

[0077] Specifically, the deformable part includes a support portion and a bending portion. One end of the deformable part is connected to the fixed shaft 41. The support portion extends a certain distance from the connection point away from the fixed shaft 41, and then bends from the support portion and extends a certain distance to form the bending portion. The bending portion can extend circumferentially along the fixed shaft 41, making it arc-shaped around the fixed shaft 41. A locking groove 42 is provided on the surface of the bending portion opposite to the fixed shaft 41. The bending portion can be bent towards the fixed shaft 41.

[0078] Therefore, the bent portion and the fixed shaft 41 are spaced apart, allowing the bent portion to bend towards the fixed shaft 41. The elastic force provided by the bent portion can cause the engaging groove 42 to press against the protrusion 31 to engage, and can also cause the engaging groove 42 to move away from the protrusion 31 as the bent portion bends, thereby releasing the engagement.

[0079] In some embodiments, such as Figures 1 to 3 and Figure 5 As shown, the electronic device accessories also include a conductive element 50, a portion of which is coaxial with the fixed shaft 41, and an electrical connector 20 is rotatably connected to the housing 10 via the conductive element 50.

[0080] The conductive element 50 is used to electrically connect electronic components within the housing 10. A portion of the conductive element 50 is coaxial with the fixed shaft 41 and is rotatably connected to the housing 10. Another portion of the conductive element 50 bends and extends away from the coaxial portion of the fixed shaft 41. The electrical connector 20 is connected to and conducts electricity with the portion of the conductive element 50 perpendicular to the extension direction of the fixed shaft 41. The electrical connector 20 is able to rotate around the fixed shaft 41 as the conductive element 50 rotates.

[0081] In one specific embodiment, a fixed shaft 41 is connected to the housing 10, and a cavity is formed inside the fixed shaft 41. A portion of the conductive element 50 passes through the axis of the fixed shaft 41 and is accommodated within the cavity. The conductive element 50 is rotatable relative to the fixed shaft 41, and a clearance opening corresponding to the rotation path of the conductive element 50 is formed on the fixed shaft 41. Furthermore, the length of the clearance opening can be set to limit the rotation range of the conductive element 50.

[0082] Thus, the electrical connector 20 can communicate with the electronic components inside the housing 10 through the conductive element 50, and can also rotate around the fixed shaft 41 and part of the conductive element 50.

[0083] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the electronic device accessory also includes a protective housing 60, which surrounds and forms a receiving space. A rotation positioning structure and a portion of the electrical connector 20 are received in the receiving space. The protective housing 60 has at least a rotating portion 61 surrounding a fixed shaft 41, and the protective housing 60 rotates about the fixed shaft 41 via the rotating portion 61.

[0084] The protective housing 60 includes a front cover and a rear cover, which are joined together to form an accommodating space. Optionally, the front cover and the rear cover are connected by screws. The rotating part 61 abuts against at least a portion of the fixed shaft 41, allowing the protective housing 60 to rotate about the fixed shaft 41.

[0085] Thus, the rotation positioning structure and part of the electrical connector 20 can be protected inside the protective shell 60, and the protective shell 60 can rotate together with the electrical connector 20 via the rotating part 61.

[0086] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 5 As shown, the electronic device accessories also include a support member 70, and the electrical connector 20 includes a first pin 21 and a second pin 22. The support member 70 is connected to the protective shell 60, and the first pin 21 and the second pin 22 are disposed on the support member 70.

[0087] Electronic device accessories can be two-prong plugs such as American standard plugs and European standard plugs, or accessories such as chargers and power banks. The electrical connector 20 includes a first pin 21 and a second pin 22. The first pin 21 and the second pin 22 are respectively connected to the support member 70 to keep their relative positions unchanged, and are connected to the protective shell 60 through the support member 70.

[0088] Thus, the first pin 21 and the second pin 22 rotate synchronously through the support member 70, so that the first pin 21 and the second pin 22 can be continuously located at the same angle, thereby realizing the simultaneous storage and use of both.

[0089] In some embodiments, the housing 10 is provided with a socket, which is electrically connected to electronic components.

[0090] In some embodiments, such as Figures 1 to 5 As shown, the wall of the housing 10 protrudes to form a support base 101. The two support bases 101 are spaced apart from each other. The electrical connector 20 is rotatably connected to the two support bases 101. The rotation positioning structure is located between the two support bases 101.

[0091] A portion of the wall of the housing 10 protrudes outward to form a support base 101. Two support bases 101 are provided and spaced apart from each other. The support bases 101 can communicate with the interior of the housing 10. A fixed shaft 41 is disposed between the two support bases 101, with both ends of the fixed shaft 41 connected to the two support bases 101 respectively. A conductive element 50 is disposed between the two support bases 101, with the portion of the conductive element 50 coaxial with the fixed shaft 41 rotatably connected to the support base 101. An electrical connector 20 rotates around the fixed shaft 41 via the conductive element 50. The electrical connector 20 is provided with a first engaging structure 30, and the fixed shaft 41 is provided with a second engaging structure 40.

[0092] Thus, the support 101 provides a mounting position for the electrical connector 20 and the rotation positioning structure.

[0093] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 and Figure 5 As shown, the electronic device accessory also includes a conductive clip 80, which is disposed within the support base 101. The portion of the conductive element 50 extending parallel to the fixed shaft 41 is clamped on the conductive clip 80 and is rotatable relative to the conductive clip 80.

[0094] The electronic device accessory also includes a conductive clip 80. The conductive clip 80 is disposed within the support base 101 and is electrically connected to electronic components within the housing 10. The conductive clip 80 has an arc-shaped clamping position, into which the conductive element 50 is inserted and rotates relative to the conductive clip 80. The conductive clip 80 contacts and conducts electricity with the conductive element 50.

[0095] Thus, the conductive element 50 and the conductive clamp 80 cooperate to allow the conductive element 50 to rotate together with the electrical connector 20 without twisting, which helps to extend the service life of the conductive element 50.

[0096] The electronic device accessory of this application includes a housing 10, an electrical connector 20, a protective shell 60, a fixed shaft 41, and a conductive element 50. The electrical connector 20 is rotatably connected to the housing 10 via the conductive element 50. The fixed shaft 41 is connected to the housing 10, and the conductive element 50 is coaxially rotatable relative to the fixed shaft 41, causing the electrical connector 20 to rotate around the fixed shaft 41. The protective shell 60 surrounds a portion of the electrical connector 20 and is rotatable with the electrical connector 20 around the fixed shaft 41.

[0097] The electrical connector 20 has a protrusion 31, and the fixed shaft 41 has two spaced-apart engaging grooves 42, both located on the rotation path of the protrusion 31. When the protrusion 31 engages with one engaging groove 42, the electrical connector 20 is in a retracted state, fitting against the wall of the housing 10 and being positioned for easy carrying and storage. When the protrusion 31 engages with the other engaging groove 42, the electrical connector 20 is in use, with the angle between the electrical connector 20 and the wall of the housing 10 approximately ninety degrees and being positioned, allowing the electrical connector 20 to be inserted into a socket for charging.

[0098] A deformable part or a deformable disc 43 can be provided on the fixed shaft 41. A locking groove 42 is provided on the deformable part or the deformable disc 43. The locking groove 42 can engage or disengage with the protrusion 31 under the action of elastic force, and the operation feel is better.

[0099] The electronic device accessory can be a charger. In use, manually push and pull the electrical connector 20 to change its angle. When the connector 20 reaches the usage position, it is locked in place, at which point it has a suitable angle relative to the wall of the housing 10 for easy insertion into the socket. After charging is complete, push and pull the connector 20 to the storage position, where it is locked in place again, close to the wall of the housing 10, allowing it to be securely stored on the housing 10.

[0100] The electronic device accessory of this application has a simple structure, requires fewer components, is easy to assemble, and reduces costs. It is easy to operate and has a good feel. Under the action of elastic force, the electrical connector 20 can be positioned relatively stably. This ensures that the electrical connector 20 is stably held in its stored position, reducing the probability of collision or conduction with the external environment, protecting the electrical connector 20, and helping to extend its service life. Furthermore, when the electrical connector 20 is stored, the overall electronic device accessory is more organized and easier to carry.

[0101] The above embodiments are merely illustrative of the technical solutions of this application and are not intended to limit it. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. These modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, and they should all be covered within the scope of the claims and specification of this application. In particular, as long as there is no structural conflict, the various technical features mentioned in the embodiments can be combined in any way. This application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, but includes all technical solutions falling within the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. An electronic device accessory, characterized in that, include: case; Electrical connector, rotatably connected to the housing; The rotating positioning structure includes a first engaging structure and a second engaging structure. The first engaging structure is disposed on the electrical connector, and the second engaging structure is disposed on the housing. The first engaging structure can rotate around the second engaging structure and engage at the engaging position of the second engaging structure. In this configuration, at least one of the first engaging structure and the second engaging structure is capable of elastic deformation.

2. The electronic device accessory according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first engaging structure includes a protrusion, and the second engaging structure includes a fixed shaft and an engaging groove providing the engaging position. The electrical connector is rotatable around the fixed shaft. The protrusion is disposed on the electrical connector, the fixed shaft is connected to the housing, and the engaging groove is disposed on the periphery of the fixed shaft and located on the rotation path of the protrusion.

3. The electronic device accessory according to claim 2, characterized in that, The two engagement grooves are spaced apart from each other along the periphery of the fixed shaft, and the groove walls of the two engagement grooves that are close to each other are respectively constructed as slopes that gradually widen from the bottom of the groove to the opening of the groove.

4. The electronic device accessory according to claim 3, characterized in that, The second engaging structure further includes a deformable disc, which includes a first deformable portion and a second deformable portion. The fixed shaft passes through the deformable disc and is connected to it. A through hole extending circumferentially along the fixed shaft is formed on the deformable disc. A partition opening communicating with the through hole is formed from the through hole in a direction away from the fixed shaft, thereby dividing the portion of the fixed disc located on the side of the through hole away from the fixed shaft into the first deformable portion and the second deformable portion. Two engaging grooves are respectively provided in the first deformable portion and the second deformable portion. The first deformable portion and the second deformable portion are capable of bending toward the fixed axis.

5. The electronic device accessory according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first deformable part and the second deformable part are respectively provided with a clearance surface. The clearance surface is located between the engaging groove and the partition. The closer the clearance surface is to the partition, the smaller the distance between it and the fixed shaft.

6. The electronic device accessory according to claim 3, characterized in that, The second engaging structure further includes deformable members, two of which are spaced apart from each other along the periphery of the fixed shaft. Each deformable member includes a support portion and a bending portion. One side of the support portion is connected to the fixed shaft, and the support portion extends from the connection position away from the fixed shaft. One side of the bending portion is connected to the support portion and is spaced apart from the fixed shaft, and the bending portion extends from the connection position along the periphery of the fixed shaft. The engaging groove is provided on the side of the bending portion away from the fixed shaft. The bent portion is capable of bending towards the fixed axis.

7. The electronic device accessory according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The electronic device accessory also includes a conductive component, a portion of which is coaxial with the fixed shaft, and the electrical connector is rotatably connected to the housing via the conductive component.

8. The electronic device accessory according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The electronic device accessory also includes a protective housing that encloses a receiving space, in which the rotation positioning structure and a portion of the electrical connector are received. The protective housing has at least a portion of a rotating part surrounding the fixed axis, and the protective housing rotates about the fixed axis via the rotating part.

9. The electronic device accessory according to claim 8, characterized in that, The electronic device accessory also includes a support member, and the electrical connector includes a first pin and a second pin. The support member is connected to the protective shell, and the first pin and the second pin are disposed on the support member.

10. The electronic device accessory according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The wall of the housing protrudes to form a support base, and the two support bases are spaced apart from each other. The electrical connector is rotatably connected to the two support bases, and the rotation positioning structure is located between the two support bases.

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